Robert Galbraith (Medal of Honor)
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| Robert Galbraith | |
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| 18 February 1878- 13 May 1949 | |
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| Place of birth | Brooklyn, New York New York |
| Allegiance | United States Navy |
| Rank | Gunner's Mate, 3rd class |
| Battles/wars | El Pardo Cebu |
| Awards | Medal of Honor |
Robert Galbraith was a United States Navy Gunner's Mate, 3rd class awarded the Congressional Medal of Honor for actions on 12-13 September 1899 during the Philippine-American War. Gunner's Mate Galbraith is buried in the Long Island National Cemetery.
[edit] Citation
GALBRAITH, ROBERT Rank and Organization: Gunner's Mate Third Class, U.S. Navy. Born: 17 February 1880, Brooklyn, N.Y. Accredited to: New York. G.O. No.: 531, 21 November 1900. Citation: For extraordinary heroism and gallantry while under fire of the enemy at El Pardo, Cebu, Philippine Islands, 12 and 13 September 1899.
[edit] Note
Gunner's Mate Galbraith's citation lists his date of birth as 18 February 1880 while his actual date of birth was '17 February 1878.
